Study Abroad

Jeffco Public Schools does not offer its own study abroad program for high school students, but study abroad opportunities exist. Some schools offer short term student exchanges, and students interested in a semester or year of study abroad should contact one of Jeffco's approved Exchange Agencies listed on this page.

Approved Exchange Agencies

The agencies listed on this page have been approved by Jefferson County Schools to place international students in the district's high schools. All agencies must reapply with Jeffco for approval each year. Read More.

Lakewood Sister Cities Exchange with Australia and Rotary Youth Exchange are not approved by CSIET. However, they have been approved by Jefferson County Public Schools, as they are Jefferson County civic organizations and are expected to comply with all other requirements which apply to international exchange organizations. For more information on the approval of exchange agencies, please see Jeffco Board Policy JFABB-R.

Approved Agency List

The following agencies have been approved by Jefferson County Schools to place international students in the district's high schools during the 2018-2019 school year.